Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Ob/Gyn Surgical Experience
MaineGeneral Health System
Summary
MaineGeneral Medical Center is seeking a dedicated and experienced Surgical Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate to join our growing OB/GYN team in Augusta and Waterville, Maine. This is a full-time, dynamic position designed for an experienced NP or PA who thrives in a collaborative environment encompassing first-assist surgical responsibilities, inpatient rounding, and robust outpatient clinic support.
Job description
Key Responsibilities
- Surgical First Assisting: Serve as a dedicated first assist to our OB/GYN surgeons during inpatient and outpatient operative procedures, utilizing state-of-the-art facilities and technology (including access to the Da Vinci surgical robot). Experience with using the surgical robot, preferred.
- Pre- & Post-Operative Office Support: Conduct comprehensive outpatient clinical assessments, consults, and workups for upcoming surgeries. Manage post-operative follow-up visits, wound care, and recovery path assessments.
- Inpatient Rounding: Perform daily rounds on surgical patients, coordinate cross-functional care plans, manage acute post-op complications, and facilitate timely hospital discharges.
- Collaborative Care: Partner with highly collegial OB/GYN physicians, APP's, certified nurse midwives, and support staff to provide seamless maternal and gynecological healthcare.
Requirements
- Licensure: Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Associate (PA) program with eligibility for an active, unrestricted license to practice in the State of Maine.
- Certification: National certification as a NP or PA, with active Surgical First Assist certification, strongly preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of direct, surgical first-assisting experience is strongly preferred, with a focus on general surgery or OB/GYN procedures. Experience with the Da Vinci robot, preferred.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Associate (PA) program
- Eligibility for an active, unrestricted license to practice in the State of Maine
- National certification as a NP or PA
- Active Surgical First Assist certification strongly preferred
- Minimum of 2 years of direct, surgical first-assisting experience strongly preferred
- Experience with general surgery or OB/GYN procedures preferred
- Experience with the Da Vinci robot preferred
Benefits
- Health, Dental & Vision
- Retirement options
- CME allowance
- Paid time off
- Employee assistance program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Educational loan reimbursement
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Malpractice insurance
Company overview
MaineGeneral Health System is Maine's third largest healthcare system, serving the greater Kennebec Valley region with comprehensive medical services. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Augusta, Maine, the organization employs approximately 5,000 healthcare professionals across Central Maine. As a leading community healthcare provider, MaineGeneral operates multiple medical facilities including the Alfond Center for Health in Augusta and the Thayer Center for Health in Waterville. The system offers a wide range of specialized services including orthopedics, cancer care, women's health, primary care, surgical services, emergency medicine, and rehabilitation. With an annual revenue of approximately $675 million, MaineGeneral is committed to clinical excellence, patient satisfaction, and community health improvement. The organization's mission focuses on enhancing the health of local residents through accessible, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational efficiency. MaineGeneral Health plays a vital role in Maine's healthcare landscape, providing essential medical services to a diverse patient population across multiple counties.